Friday, October 25, 2013

Oct. 26-27


LET'S GO TO THE RACES!

OCTOBER 26-27

Note: This blog is non-commercial and was developed for my own personal use to organize my racing viewing activity.  Your comments as to its usefulness to you would be appreciated.  Thanks!

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WOODBINE CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL,
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27

 
 


COX PLATE - AUSTRALIA

AMAZING WIN BY MAIDEN SHAMUS AWARD IN THE COX PLATE!  Race replay and special interviews with trainer, jockey

Cox Plate official web site
The Cox Plate is rated by many to be the truest test of horses' abilities in Australia, and is second in prestige only to the Melbourne Cup

There’s no doubt It’s A Dundeel is a seriously good horse. But is he a bonafide champion deserving of the title of best horse in Australia?

The four-year-old boasts an incredibly impressive record: nine wins and two minor placings from 14 starts, five of them at Group 1 level, and prize money of $2,377,155.

It’s A Dundeel proved he was above average when he dominated the Sydney autumn carnival. He was brilliant in becoming the first horse since the great Octagonal in 1996 to claim the Triple Crown (Randwick Guineas, Rosehill Guineas and ATC Australian Derby), winning the final two legs by an aggregate of almost 13 lengths, while his six-length Derby triumph was one of the easiest and most impressive in the history of the race. His amazing autumn was recognised when he was awarded the 2013 NSW Champion Horse of the Year award.

He’s also the only horse to have lowered the colours of the brilliant Atlantic Jewel.  Read more at source

Cox Plate Wiki page
Will Cox Plate put Green Moon back in winner's circle
More on Cox Plate
10 Years of the Cox Plate
Cox Plate - Major players fall by the wayside
Cox Plate is It's a Dundeel the real deal
Betting favourite for the 2013 Cox Plate continues to firm

 
Note:  International and NA champion races on tap Oct-Nov.  Be sure to scroll to the NEWS/COMING UP section for info and preview videos for the Breeders' Cup and Melbourne Cup.  A collection of video previews and other links to get familiar with these fields.

Featured races listed below in time ordered format with a link to view the card.  After the race is run, come back and click on the Card to view race result and video replay (U.S. races).   Check out my printable time ordered list and entries:  Click here

Thursday, October 17, 2013

Oct 19-20


OCTOBER 19-20

Note: This blog is non-commercial and was developed for my own personal use to organize my racing viewing activity.  Your comments as to its usefulness to you would be appreciated.  Thanks!

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British Champions Day, as it happened - includes commentary and race replays

BRITISH CHAMPIONS DAY! 
"The Next Big Thing" in the world of racing is BRITISH CHAMPIONS DAY, OCT. 19 - click here! Billed as the "richest day in British racing", it looks to be star-studded, with $3.4 Million Pounds ($5 Million plus USD) in purses. At the link is a listing of the races, as well as the category leaders for each contest. Coming roughly 2 weeks prior to North America's premier event, the Breeders' Cup, British Champions Day is viewed by many in the Colonies as a "talent drain" for the U.S. event. 
Nevertheless, it will be exciting and will be available "live" in the U.S. via many streaming sources.  Being a recent convert to overseas horse racing, I am eagerly anticipating watching this event. 
Video preview of Champions Day including review of races in series



The Berkshire racecourse’s roots go back 300 years to Queen Anne, who recognized the potential of a stretch of heath land while out riding just a few miles from Windsor Castle. The royal link has endured ever since.
 
Some of the stars expected to make their appearances are THE FUGUE, SKY LANTERN, ESTIMATE, LEADING LIGHT, ELUSIVE KATE, AL KAZEEM, DAWN APPROACH, TORONADO, IGUGU, LETHAL FORCE, SOFT FALLING RAIN, INTELLO and many more!  It was announced this week that Declaration of War is headed to the Breeders' Cup in light of the predicted soft ground at Ascot on Champions Day.  Other defections are likely, also.

QUEEN ELIZABETH II STAKES, which Toronado and Dawn Approach are both entered for, raises the tantalizing possibility that the pair may resume a fierce rivalry that currently stands 2-1 in favor of Dawn Approach.

Dawn Approach won their first two meetings, in the 2,000 Guineas and St James's Palace Stakes, before Toronado struck back in the Sussex Stakes at Glorious Goodwood more recently.

Toronado also holds an entry in the CHAMPION STAKES, as does his stablemate and 1,000 Guineas winner Sky Lantern, plus the British, Irish and French Derby winners (Ruler Of The World, Trading Leather and Intello).

Britain's leading older racehorse Al Kazeem, winner of the Prince of Wales's Stakes and the Coral-Eclipse, is another engaged for the race.

The Qipco British CHAMPION FILLIES & MARES STAKES, being run as a Group 1 for the first time, has doubled in value to £500,000 and attracted a plethora of European talent.

ABIGAIL'S CORNER!  Abigail Anderson has kindly provided us with her "Notes" for British Champions Day.  Please click here to download a printable version for your reference.  Thanks, Abigail!

About the Champions Series

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National Racing Report - Oct. 17, 2013






Grand National Steeplechase is an American Grade I NSA sanctioned steeplechase race run each
fall over the rolling hills of Moorland Farms in Far Hills, New Jersey.  The Grand National (once called the American Grand National) is one of the oldest races in steeplechasing and one of the most important outside Europe. It has been brought back from oblivion by the dedication of a combination of steeplechase enthusiasts. Run in 2006 for the 14th time in its latest incarnation, the day of steeplechasing at Far Hills includes seven races, the most important of which is the Grand National.

In the U.S., the sport of "steeplechasing", or "hunt racing" is not that widely known, however, it is a flourishing sport among many who enjoy this type of racing.  Among aficianados, Far Hills is the center of the universe each year, with the backdrop of Autumn providing Mother Nature's own decoration.  It is where the Grand National takes place, a race that dates back to 1899.  Past winners include 11 of the 14 steeplechasers inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame: Flatterer (also a close second in the 1987 Champion Hurdle), Zaccio, CafĂ© Prince, Bon Nouvel, Neji, Oedipus, Elkridge, Bushranger, Battleship (in 1938 became the only winner of this race and the Aintree Grand National), Jolly Roger and Good and Plenty.  The day of steeplechasing at Far Hills includes seven races, the most important of which is the Grand National.

Set over a 2⅝ mile course during the one day Far Hills Races, it has 14 national fences, and a purse of $250,000.
Considered one of the premier social events of the year in the tri-state area, it is attended by as many as 75,000 people annually. Family and friends create unique and often extravagant fall picnic areas, complete with beautiful floral center pieces, haybale seating, ice carvings and culinary feasts. For many visitors, the Race Meeting is a time-honored tradition and a joyous reunion of family and friends.

Full race details including expected star entries   Top contenders clash in Far Hills $250,000 Grand National     Jimmy Duggan to provide commentary on Grand National Card   Far Hills Racing - Home Page     Pierrot Lunaire back for Grand National title defense

AUSTRALIA - CAULFIELD CUP DAY
The Caulfield Cup is one of the biggest events on the Australian racing calendar second only to the Melbourne Cup and the interest is global both from trainers and owners as well as general punters.   It is a Group 1 event raced under open handicap conditions in Australia’s racing capital, Melbourne.   See below for links to entries and more race information.  Caulfield Cup Preview and Entry analysis

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Note:  International and NA champion races on tap Oct-Nov.  Be sure to scroll to the NEWS/COMING UP section for info and preview videos for the Cox Plate, Breeders' Cup, and Melbourne Cup.  A collection of video previews and other links to get familiar with these fields.

Featured races listed below in time ordered format with a link to view the card.  After the race is run, come back and click on the Card to view race result and video replay (U.S. races).   Check out my printable time ordered list and entries:  Click here

Friday, October 11, 2013

Oct 11-13




OCTOBER 11-13
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Racing this weekend includes two Grade 1 races in the U.S., and several Grade 1 races in Great Britain and Australia.  Please note that the Australia races, because of the time difference, are run in the United States Friday evening, New York time.

Notables I will be following include Green Moon, Simenon, Atlantic Jewel, Fast Dragon, and Miracles of Life.  Simenon, in hopes of getting in the Melbourne Cup at Flemington on Nov. 5, lines up in the Herbert Power Stakes at Caulfield on Saturday, over a mile and half in the hope of getting the penalty which is likely to get him into the race.  Read more





The National Racing Report - October 11, 2013 from NYRA on Vimeo.

World Rankings of Thoroughbreds
Saturday's best bets AUS racing
Belmont Recap of last weekend

Note:  International and NA champion races on tap Oct-Nov.  Be sure to scroll to the NEWS/COMING UP section for info and preview videos for the British Champions Day, Cox Plate, Breeders' Cup, and Melbourne Cup.  A collection of video previews and other links to get familiar with these fields.

Featured races listed below in time ordered format with a link to view the card.  After the race is run, come back and click on the Card to view race result and video replay (U.S. races).   Check out my printable time ordered list and entries:  Click here

Friday, October 4, 2013

Oct 4-6




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There is so much racing activity this weekend that it will be impossible to watch all of the races!  Good luck!

FLASH!  DRF Live Streaming the full card at LONGCHAMP Sunday Also, HRTV will carry the races live at Longchamp Sunday.  First three races are for 2 year olds.  Post time: 7:45 a.m. EDT

 
UPI: A look at weekend racing - Summary of racing around the world

ARC WEEKEND - 92nd Edition
Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe    The Legend of the Arc





ESPN Horse Racing Handicapping videos
Brisnet's Dick Powell's Handicapping Insights Oct 4
De Rosa's Blog - 10/2 - Standings
Draw for Arc: Plenty of positives for Kazeem despite outside draw

Note:  International and NA champion races on tap Oct-Nov.  Be sure to scroll to the NEWS/COMING UP section for info and preview videos for the British Champions Day, Cox Plate, Breeders' Cup, and Melbourne Cup.  A collection of video previews and other links to get familiar with these fields.

Featured races listed below in time ordered format with a link to view the card.  After the race is run, come back and click on the Card to view race result and video replay (U.S. races).   Check out my printable time ordered list and entries:  Click here